Journey through the history of the world, one day at a time!If you ever wondered what happened on your birthday 100 years ago, or on Christmas in the year 800 or even Halloween several years ago, then this history book is perfect for you! Discover what happened on each day of the year with this fascinating visual adventure through time.On This Day is not your ordinary history reference bookInside the pages, you will find the following:- Key historical events are arranged by their date in the year - Mixes serious history with fun facts for children and bizarre events- War, peace, inventions, science, sport, people - all in an eclectic, visual mix- Birthdays that are shared by famous historical figures and modern celebrities - A fun, accessible way to enjoy history - Every main story is presented through great imagesTravel back in time and find out all the exciting things that happened around the year from January 1st to December 31stEvery day features events that showcase the world''s i